The best restaurants in Madrid for eating sushi

1. Akiro

   

   Akiro is a sushi icon in the capital. Under the chef’s knife, Japanese and Peruvian flavours combine to create the perfect experience. They specialise in artisanal rolls made with the freshest ingredients. The stars are, without a doubt, the gourmet eel roll, crispy with orange honey, and the crab roll with exotic yuzu and rocoto mayonnaise.

   Address

   C/ Hermosilla, 40
2. Santoku

   

   This restaurant has become a real Tik Tok sensation. Gourmet dishes are prepared at the small bar.

   The highlights are the eel and foie gras. It’s worth trying the tuna temaki with quail egg and the caramelised eel donburi. But what you’ll really remember is their unique dessert: salmon nigiri with strawberries.

   Address

   C/ Lope de Rueda, 6
3. Tora

   

   Here, the nigiri festival is celebrated. There’s an incredible show: pieces of sushi float along the bar and you can watch each one being prepared. The most popular dish here is the ox tuna tartare with ponzu sauce. Another exceptional dish is a piece of tuna soaked in A5 wagyu fat and topped with caviar.

   Address

   C/ Padilla, 5
4. Gaman

   

   This is one of the most exquisite sushi bars in Madrid. It offers an excellent 16-course tasting menu that will transport you to the shores of the East. The chef prepares each dish using traditional Japanese techniques.

   Address

   C/ Ferrer del Río, 7
5. Izariya

   

   Here is where you step straight into a journey to Japan. They focus on Kaiseki Ryori cuisine, a style only served on special occasions. In their kitchen, recipes are made with seasonal ingredients, making each dish fresh and closer to the flavours of each season. It’s worth trying the kochi tataki and the tempura of various seafood and vegetables.

   Address

   C/ Zurbano, 63
6. Hannah

   

   This place was created as a Japanese tavern offering everyone a special, intimate space with a 10-seat bar. Here, everyone can enjoy an authentic Japanese menu. Every dish is made with fresh, seasonal ingredients, ensuring the best quality. There are three tasting menus that give you the chance to try the best dishes at a good price.

   Address

   C/ Marqués de Villamagna, 1
7. UGO Chan

   

   This place has been awarded a Michelin star, so you can be sure of a unique experience. Here, hot and cold dishes are served in alternation. Highlights include the white asparagus vichyssoise from Navarra, the “Gallego perdido en Cádiz”, the crispy dish seasoned with yuzu and Japanese pepper, and the chef’s creative take on Russian salad. Then comes the great selection of nigiri.

   Address

   C/ Félix Boix, 6
8. Yugo The Bunker

   

   At this place, quality and sophistication take centre stage, with a deep respect for the ingredients. This restaurant also has a Michelin star. They offer two innovative tasting menus that reflect the essence of Japanese culture and cuisine. It’s worth paying attention to the sashimi of various Alaskan salmon species and ikura, as well as the innovative nigiri, such as Hokkaido scallop with sea pesto sauce.

   Address

   C/ San Blas, 4
9. Kyoshi

   

   This is a place with an exceptional sushi offering. They combine Japanese and culinary traditions in a unique way that’s hard to imagine. But chef Ricardo Sanz has succeeded. It’s worth considering the quail egg nigiri with truffles and the nigiri with burgers, as well as other unforgettable bites like the chutoro nigiri with Dijon, bacon, and tempura oysters with kale.

   Address

   C/ San Agustín, 3
10. KAPPO

    

    This place symbolises cutting and slow cooking. The restaurant is known for its sushi and culinary delights. Its menu features 15 to 20 main dishes, including nigiri with various types of fish and precise cuts.

    Address

    C/ Bretón de los Herreros, 54
11. Ikigai

    

    This place will immediately transport you to Japan thanks to its décor and menu. There’s always a relaxed atmosphere and quality ingredients are served. Each dish combines technical precision and balanced flavour.

    Address

    C/ Flor Baja, 5
12. Ebisu

    

    Here you’ll enjoy a culinary journey through an impressive 20-course menu. At this restaurant, there’s a strong focus on rice, tuna ageing, and wasabi root, which is brought directly from Japan. The dinner ceremony begins with a warm towel and green tea. Then, with each bite, you’ll be transported to Tokyo, immersed in the spirit and skill of the sensei.

    Address

    C/ Luciente, 14
13. Zuma

    

    This is a refined and cosmopolitan establishment that is one of the best in the capital. There’s always an authentic and elegant atmosphere. But its weak point is the menu. It follows the standards of other restaurants in the chain worldwide. It was originally created by a chef passionate about Japan, so there’s no doubt about its originality.

    Address

    P.º de la Castellana, 2

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